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In Pursuit of Safer Chemical Substitutions
Posted on October 17th, 2017 by Christina Valimaki in Chemical R&D
When less-hazardous chemicals can substitute more dangerous ones, it makes sense to take on the responsibility of re-engineering the processes if it will minimize the risk. That’s why a growing contingent of R&D teams and manufacturing facilities are now replacing substances of very high concern (SVHC) Continue reading “In Pursuit of Safer Chemical Substitutions” »
OSHA’s New 1% Test for PSM
Posted on September 9th, 2016 by Mike Schmidt in Chemical Manufacturing Excellence
“OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations.” –Statement on every OSHA letter of interpretation. Continue reading “OSHA’s New 1% Test for PSM” »
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